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6-Azauracil, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
6-Azauracil (6-AU) is used as a growth inhibitor of various microorganisms via depletion of intracellular GTP and UTP nucleotide pools. 6-Azauracil has been widely used in investigations on modulation of transcription, especially in yeast models.
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6-Azauracil (6-AU) is used as a growth inhibitor of various microorganisms via depletion of intracellular GTP and UTP nucleotide pools. 6-Azauracil has been widely used in investigations on modulation of transcription, especially in yeast models.
Solubility
Partly soluble in water, ethanol, DMSO, and 1 M NH4OH (50 mg/ml).
Notes
Store away from oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition.
Specifications
Melting Point | 274°C to 282°C |
Quantity | 5 g |
Beilstein | 116472 |
Solubility Information | Partly soluble in water,ethanol,DMSO,and 1 M NH4OH (50mg/ml). |
Formula Weight | 113.08 |
Percent Purity | 98% |
Chemical Name or Material | 6-Azauracil |
Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | H301-H315-H319-H335-H361d |
Hazard Statement | GHS H Statement H301-H315-H319-H335 Toxic if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. |
Precautionary Statement | P201-P202-P261-P264b-P270-P271-P280i-P281-P301+P310-P302+P352-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P308+P313-P330-P332+P313-P362-P501c |
DOTInformation | Hazard Class: 6.1; Packaging Group: II |
EINECSNumber | 207-318-0 |
RTECSNumber | XY7700000 |
TSCA | Yes |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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